50 Healthy Big-Batch Recipes You’ll Feel Good About Serving

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50 Healthy Big-Batch Recipes You’ll Feel Good About Serving1/49 Fruit Salsa 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit Salsa Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 2-1/2 cups salsa and 80 chips Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this juicy snack for just about every family gathering—and I have to keep reminding everyone who introduced it! —Jessica Robinson, Indian Trail, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons salsa with 4 chips: 134 calories, 4g

It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round

fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 2/49 Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 22 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round. We love the spice of the Thai chile, but if your family isn’t into spice, feel free to

leave it out

leave it out. It will still be delicious! —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 271 calories, 23g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 69mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 3/49 Taco Pizza 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 2 pizzas (8 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Convenient prebaked crust makes this tasty taco pizza as easy as can be. It’s a great recipe, especially if you have teenagers. I keep the ingredients on hand so that we can whip up this filling meal

anytime. —Mary Cass, Baltimore, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 2 pieces: 310 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 747mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. 4/49 Edamame Hummus 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JOSH RINK FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love hummus at our house. This recipe is a scrumptious and refreshing twist on an old favorite, and it’s a wonderful way to incorporate healthy soy into our diets. —Marla Clark, Albuquerque, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 166 calories, 13g fat (2g

Light ingredients lower the fat grams even more

saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 5/49 Pressure-Cooker Light Deviled Eggs Pressure-Cooker Light Deviled Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 16 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our updated version of a classic appetizer uses only half the egg yolks of traditional deviled eggs and calls for soft bread crumbs to help firm up the filling. Light ingredients lower the fat grams even more. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed egg half: 32 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol,

132mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein

132mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 6/49 Steak and Onions 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Steak and Onions Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet caramelized onions add great flavor to these rosemary-rubbed steaks. Serve them with baked potatoes and a Caesar salad. Or complement the entree with cooked carrot sticks and apple pie a la mode. Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 495 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 129mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 50g

protein. 7/49 Patriotic Pops 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Patriotic Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we make are good for them. We whip up a big batch with multiple flavors so they have many choices, but these patriotic red, white and blueberry ones are always a favorite! —Shannon Carino, Frisco, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 55 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g

sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. 8/49 How to Grill Chicken Breasts 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves this grilled chicken, and I love having a healthy and tasty recipe that keeps my kitchen cool. —Linda Coss, Lake Forest, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 207 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 9/49 Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker

Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love indulgent cream soups but not the fat that goes along with them. In this healthier version, the soup’s velvety texture makes it feel rich and the spicy kick warms you up in a flash. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 80 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 10/49 Zucchini Panzanella Salad

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1

6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 14 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I learned how to make panzanella from my friend’s grandmother. Once I discovered how to make the perfect vinaigrette, it became a dish I crave during the summer. It’s also a great way to use day-old bread and your garden’s bounty of zucchini. —Felicity Wolf, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 152 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1

For a crisp, refreshing side dish, this tasty salad can’t be beat

starch. 11/49 Three-Green Salad 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Three-Green Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings (about 3/4 cup dressing) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a crisp, refreshing side dish, this tasty salad can’t be beat. It’s the perfect salad to go with lasagna. —Gina Squires, Salem, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup salad with 1 tablespoon dressing: 136 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 12/49 Turkey Chili 11 Reviews Test Kitchen

It’s a favorite, especially in fall and winter

Approved Healthy Turkey Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 50 min Servings 12 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve taken my mother’s healthy turkey chili recipe and made it thicker and more robust. It’s a favorite, especially in fall and winter. —Celesta Zanger, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 200 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch. 13/49 Slow-Cooked Beef Burritos with Green Chiles 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch

Total Time 7 hours 20 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this recipe years ago, and it has become such a favorite that the wonderful aroma of it cooking makes my family instantly happy. It is hearty, flavorful and easy to prepare, and it uses the long, slow-cooking method that truly defines comfort food. —Sally Pahler, Palisade, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 burrito: 355 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 499mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch. 14/49 Healthy Greek Bean Dip

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat

Test Kitchen Approved Healthy Greek Bean Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 15 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This crowd-pleasing appetizer is healthy to boot! Folks will love to eat their veggies when they can dip them in this zesty, fresh alternative to hummus. —Kelly Silvers, Edmond, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 86 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 260mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 15/49 Melon-Berry Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Melon-Berry Salad Recipe photo

Serve this one for breakfast, brunch or dessert

by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The best way to cool down on a warm day is with a chilled fruit salad. Serve this one for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Yogurt and coconut milk make the creamy dressing even more decadent. Wait until just before serving to garnish the salad. Otherwise the toasted coconut will get soggy. —Carrie Hirsch, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 105 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic

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